Winding Up Petition Search: Sisters Grimm Limited
A winding-up petition has been presented against Sisters Grimm Limited at the High Court Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions under case reference CR-2026-007217. The petition was filed on 18 September 2026. The presentation of a petition is the earliest formal signal of court proceedings initiated by a creditor; it is not a legal determination of insolvency, and the ultimate outcome remains a matter for the court.
Petition details
The petition against Sisters Grimm Limited is recorded on the High Court CE-File system with the following details:
- Case Number: CR-2026-007217
- Filing Date: 18 September 2026
- Court Registry: Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions
- Case Type: Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition
- Petitioner Identity: [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
Credit controllers and legal advisers tracking daily listings can view updated cause lists via the today's winding-up petitions list.
Company snapshot
According to the Companies House register, Sisters Grimm Limited is an active private limited company incorporated on 29 July 2009 under company number 06976153.
- Registered Office: 4 Luxfield Road, London, England, SE9 4EZ
- Principal Activity (SIC Code): 90010 (Performing arts)
- Financial Data: Financial metrics such as turnover and net assets were not provided in the primary court file extract.
Directors and ownership
The public register records the following active officers and Persons with Significant Control (PSCs) for Sisters Grimm Limited:
- Ms Pietra-Marie De Mello-Pittman: Appointed as director on 29 July 2009 (born April 1983). Recorded as a PSC holding 25% to 50% of shares and voting rights since 6 April 2016.
- Ms Ella Louvaine Spira: Appointed as director on 29 July 2009 (born May 1988). Recorded as a PSC holding 25% to 50% of shares and voting rights since 6 April 2016.
All entries reflect official records held at Companies House. Officer appointments are recorded as standard corporate information and do not connect any named individual to insolvency or personal liability.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
At the date of petition presentation, no statutory insolvency notices for this filing were identified in The Gazette. Under the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, a winding-up petition must generally be advertised in The Gazette no less than seven clear business days after service on the company and at least seven clear business days before the scheduled court hearing.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
When a winding-up petition is presented under section 122(1)(f) of the Insolvency Act 1986, commercial counterparties must evaluate their current risk exposure. Under section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986, any disposition of company property made after the petition presentation date is void unless validated by a court order if a winding-up order is subsequently made.
Credit management professionals dealing with entities facing petition filings should follow a systematic assessment process:
1. Review existing trading terms and consider placing account limits on immediate settlement terms.
2. Perform a comprehensive winding up search to verify whether other petitions or insolvency filings exist.
3. Reconcile outstanding ledger balances and verify whether invoices are under bona fide dispute.
4. Enable free company monitoring to receive immediate email updates on filing status changes.
| Exposure Area | Operational Impact | Recommended Risk Control |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Bank Operations | Risk of account freezing following advertisement | Confirm payment authorization status |
| Trade Credit | Retrospective voiding of transactions under s.127 | Require cash-on-delivery or secured payments |
| Contractual Relations | Potential trigger for insolvency default clauses | Legal review of termination rights |
For credit teams and suppliers
Commercial lenders, trade creditors, and supply chain managers require immediate notice of petition presentations before public advertisements appear. Identifying court filings at the Central Registry stage offers critical time to secure debts and avoid void dispositions. Performing an immediate winding up petition search ensures risk decisions are made on verifiable court records rather than delayed registry updates.
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FAQ
What is a winding-up petition?
A winding-up petition is a court application made by a creditor (or the company itself) seeking an order to wind up a company and place it into compulsory liquidation due to unpaid liabilities.
Does presenting a petition mean a company is insolvent?
No. A petition represents a legal claim submitted to court by a creditor. The court has not yet ruled on the matter, and the debt may be disputed, settled, or dismissed prior to a hearing.
How long after filing does a petition hearing take place?
Courts usually schedule a winding-up hearing four to eight weeks after the petition is formally presented at the registry, depending on court capacity.
What is the effect of Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986?
Section 127 renders void any disposition of the company's property made after the petition presentation date if a winding-up order is ultimately granted, unless validated by the court.
Disclaimer
This report summarises a petition recorded at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions. Presentation of a petition is not a determination of insolvency; the outcome is a matter for the court. Companies believing they are named incorrectly should email contact@corp-intel.co.uk.